Galle Day Tour From Galle

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Galle day tour mainly covers Galle Dutch fort, Madhu river and turtles conservation centre in Balapitiya.

Galle is a city on the south coast of Sri Lanka. It is famous for the Galle Dutch Fort plus breathtaking beaches along its coastline. Galle Dutch Fort is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Sri Lanka.

Madu River is located in the south of Sri Lanka near Galle. The water of the river is dotted with small islands and the banks are all covered with lush mangrove forests that are home to dozens of incredible animal species.

South coast is also important nesting grounds for sea turtles. A number of sea turtle conservation centres operate along the beach to ensure the safety of sea turtle nests. Altogether, five sea turtles nest in Sri Lankan beaches.

What's Included

All Government Taxes.
500ml mineral water bottle per person during the tour.
Hotel pick up and drop off to most closely located hotels in Galle.
Air conditioned vehicle with English speaking driver.
Any Meals.
Entrance fess to the sites which is not mentioned in inclusions.
Madu River Boat fee.
Gratuities.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick up and drop off will be provided from most closely located hotels in Galle.

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Meeting point
Galle

Pick up and drop off will be provided from most closely located hotels in Galle.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Galle Dutch Fort

    08.00 AM - You will be greeted and picked up by our driver from most closely located hotels in Galle and then taken to explore Galle Fort. The Galle Dutch Fort is a seventeenth-century colonial fort in Sri Lanka. It stands on a rocky promontory facing the Indian Ocean. Rocky shores and an imposing landside rampart defend it on all four directions. It was the Portuguese who chose Galle as a permanent trading post in 1588. 11.00 PM - After the Fort visit, you will be taken to a local restaurant to enjoy your lunch.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Madu River Safari by Buddhi

    12.00 PM - Thereafter, you will enjoy a scenic boat ride in Balapitiya Madu River. The water of the river is dotted with small islands and the banks are all covered with lush mangrove forests that are home to dozens of incredible animal species. Enjoy hundreds of vibrant tropical birds and a few crocodiles if you’re lucky enough.

    3 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Turtle Hatchery Hikkaduwa

    04.30 PM - After the boat ride, you will be able to visit a Turtle Rehabilitation Centre. In here, you will learn about how these people protect sea turtle eggs and increase hatching rates. Start from protecting the mother turtle during the nesting process and when she is finished laying the eggs and safely back in the ocean, then relocate the eggs from the beach to there hatchery. When the baby sea turtles hatch and then return them to their natural habitat quickly. 04.00 PM - After the Hatchery visit, you will be taken back to your hotel in Galle.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please be ready at the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the pick up time.
  • Please bring valid passports for entering to the sites.
Supplied by Overa Tours

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Historical Tours
Private Drivers
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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